Council votes to update drought restrictions for residents in potential Level 1 Water Emergency...
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — In a 7–2 vote, the Corpus Christi City Council approved changes Tuesday to the city’s proposed Level 1 Water Emergency rules, loosening some residential restrictions while keeping mandatory water curtailment measures in place if drought conditions worsen. The updated rules, which still require..
Corpus Christi student wins Ford Bronco for perfect attendance
A Corpus Christi student won a 2026 Ford Bronco for perfect attendance through the Drive Sames for Education giveaway at Sames Ford.
Weekend Guide: Here’s what’s going on this weekend, May 15-17
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Sponsored by Visit Corpus Christi. Find more fun in the Coastal Bend with the Visit Corpus Christi's event calendar: https://www.visitcorpuschristi.com/events/. Friday, May 15. 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. at Gulf Coast Humane Society 3118 Cabaniss Rd, Corpus Christi. The Gulf Coast Humane Society reduced a
County veterans eligible for financial assistance
Military veterans in San Patricio County who received an honorable, general under honorable conditions, or uncharacterized discharge from the military are eligible to receive financial assistance from the San Patricio County Veteran Service Office. On May 6, the county’s Veteran Service Office announced the office has
Record turnout expected for Beach to Bay Relay
The 49th Beach to Bay Relay Marathon runs May 16 in Corpus Christi. The sold-out event draws 10,000 runners.
Southside Corpus Christi resident frustrated over Grizzly Drive’s condition
A Corpus Christi resident says Grizzly Drive has deteriorated for decades while nearby streets get repaired.
Lightning Feared as Cause of Asphalt Tank Fire
An asphalt storage tank caught fire at the Pin Oak Terminals facility in Corpus Christi, Texas Monday as severe weather swept through the area leaving officials to believe the blaze ended up started by a lightning strike. Severe thunderstorms swept through the Coastal Bend with wind gusts up to 60...
Water emergencies spread across South Texas as drought worsens. Here’s where
South Texas water crisis is no longer isolated. More cities are sounding alarms.
Rockport mayor declares water shortage emergency
Mayor Lowell Timothy Jayroe issued the proclamation as the City of Corpus Christi warns water resources could be curtailed by November 2026.
Coastal Bend thunderstorm snaps trees, damages homes and knocks out power
A powerful thunderstorm swept through the Coastal Bend, snapping trees, damaging homes, and leaving more than 23,000 AEP customers without power.

















